2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon. 1976 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |