1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma 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 1 more horse power than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Zagato Zuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma. 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 Zagato Zuma, 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
Make | Ford | Zagato |
Model | Falcon | Zuma |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |