1976 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 256 kg more than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Granada | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
