1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 22 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
