2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 26 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
