2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 697 kg more than 1989 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Range Rover | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |