1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1982 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1982 Dodge 600 and 1982 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600, 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge 600 | 1982 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | 600 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |