1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
