1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 665 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
