1985 Ford Taurus vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1985 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Taurus weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus, 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Taurus | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus | Falcon |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |