1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 366 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Falcon | STS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2957 mm |
