2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 408 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
