1975 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 11 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
