1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 32 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1328 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Falcon | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |