2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon.
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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
