1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 735 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
