1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 870 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (119 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Granada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
