2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
