1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 27 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Touran |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |