1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 179 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Falcon | Silverado |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4010 mm |