1980 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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, 1997 Ford Contour, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Contour |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
