1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2000 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Falcon | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
