2002 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
