1984 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 543 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Granada | CTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
