2008 Ford Edge vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge, 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Edge | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
