2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1109 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.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (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 Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
