1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Hilux |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |