1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
