1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 17 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 23 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. 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, 1996 Xedos 6, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Ford | Xedos |
Model | Falcon | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |