1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 633 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Falcon | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
