2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
