1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1982 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Falcon | 88 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 228 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |