1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 26 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 148 kg more than 1981 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda FR-V, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
