1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 23 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |