1979 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
