1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 180 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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
