1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1978 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
