1977 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage, 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
