2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Granada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |