1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 657 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Falcon | Silverado |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3023 mm |