1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 18 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Falcon 1970 Ford Falcon
Make Ford Ford
Model Falcon Falcon
Year Released 1991 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3949 cc 5763 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 482 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2830 mm


 

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