2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Hardbody | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
