1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Magna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
