1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | Levante |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |