1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 30 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, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 251 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Element |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
