1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |