2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 408 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
