1979 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Carens |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
