2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 27 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestyle | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
