1979 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 31 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 57 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 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2604 mm |