1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 414 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
