2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Imaj is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Imaj | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
