1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1981 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |