1979 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, both 1979 Ford Granada and 1979 Seat 131 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 131 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Seat 131.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Granada | 131 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
