1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 31 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1398 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4326 mm |
