1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 24 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 770 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Falcon | Nano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
