1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 29 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 449 kg more than 1979 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
