1958 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac DeVille (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 835 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Granada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
