1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Toyota Model F. 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Model F |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |