1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 23 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 130 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 1977 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 1977 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Falcon | Verada |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |