1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Jetta |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2651 mm |