1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 181 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Falcon | CTS |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |