1978 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 TVR S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 1987 TVR S | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Falcon | S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
