2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
