1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 230 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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (304 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
