1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 4 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Avensis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |