1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Wizard is newer by 27 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, 2005 Isuzu Wizard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2005 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Wizard 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2005 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Falcon | Wizard |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
