1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 18 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Falcon | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
