1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 488 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, 2010 Nissan Murano, 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Murano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2824 mm |
