1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 23 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 127 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 815 kg more than 1992 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:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1992 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Granada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
