2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
