1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 32 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 62 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Frontier |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |