1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 788 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 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, 2010 Buick Enclave, 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Falcon | Enclave |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |