2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 294 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
