1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 28 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Falcon | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2425 mm |
