2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
