1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 904 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Falcon | Escalade |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |