2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 531 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
