1986 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Falcon | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
