1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Falcon | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
