2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
