1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Granada | SRX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2807 mm |
