1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 26 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Falcon | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
