2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 33 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
