1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 980 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 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Tundra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3700 mm |