1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1160 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 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |
