1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1035 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 1987 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 1987 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
