1984 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Granada | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
