2007 Ford Territory vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 646 kg more than 1981 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Territory | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3273 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
