1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon.
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, 2005 Rover 75, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Falcon | 75 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
