2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 154 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
