1975 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 34 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 131 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.
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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Granada | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Borrego |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |