2010 Mazda 3 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 34 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. 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, 2010 Mazda 3, 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 (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 3 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2830 mm |
