1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3700 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 | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2695 mm |
