2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 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 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
