1986 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 26 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | T5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3410 mm |
