1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
