1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Falcon | LR2 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |