1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 33 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 148 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Falcon | Orlando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |