1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Saturn SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SL, 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SL. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Falcon | SL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
