2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Ford Granada | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Granada |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |