1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Falcon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |