1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. 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 Ford Ka, 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Ka |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
