1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 161 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
