2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 209 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
