1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 870 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 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
