1981 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Granada | CTS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
