2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Granada |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |