1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 274 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Falcon | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |