1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 28 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, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | H1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
