2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 661 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Falcon 1975 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Falcon Passat
Year Released 2005 1975
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1581 kg 920 kg
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2480 mm


 

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