2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 22 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
