1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 30 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 60 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 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Falcon | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
