1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 31 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), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1119 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ford Falcon 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Falcon Range Rover Sport
Year Released 1981 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
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 375 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 228 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 2489 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1788 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2743 mm


 

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