1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |
