1978 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 35 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, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 383 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2013 Hyundai Accent, 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 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Accent |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| 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 | 136 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 | 1117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
