1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Falcon |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |