1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 31 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
