1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 24 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Falcon | TF |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
