2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
