1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 21 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Rover 45, 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Falcon | 45 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
