1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 529 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.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 1995 Cadillac Seville 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. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Ford Granada | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Granada |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |