2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 282 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
