2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1987 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
