1978 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
