2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 442 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 1990 Ford Granada | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Granada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |