2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
