1982 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1982 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 Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Granada | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
