1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 374 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 2011 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | CC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
