1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 18 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | Levante |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |