1980 Ford Granada vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, both 1980 Ford Granada and 1980 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 318 kg more than 1980 Saab 900.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900, 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Granada | 900 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
