1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 28 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon.
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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Falcon | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |