2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 19 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 220 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.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | BLS | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2933 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
