1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 596 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
