1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 16 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 15 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra, 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
