1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 29 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
