1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Granada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
