1978 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 17 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 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 1995 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Falcon | SC |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |