1979 Ford Granada vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 252 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
