1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 35 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 517 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Falcon | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
