1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 is newer by 28 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
