1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 26 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 367 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | GT-R |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |