1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 154 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Falcon | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3160 mm |
