1978 Ford Falcon vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, both 1978 Ford Falcon and 1978 Toyota Tercel were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
