1978 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 34 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, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2012 Kia Soul, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Soul |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
