1989 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 209 kg more than 1989 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
