1978 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 27 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, 2005 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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, 2005 Opel Astra, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
