1980 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 301 kg more than 1980 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Granada | CTS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 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 | 1520 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
