1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 946 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 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| 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 | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
