1977 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
