2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 825 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Frontier | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2800 mm |
