2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Granada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
