1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |
