2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
