1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 173 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville, 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 Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
