1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
