1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 26 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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
