1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 408 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
