1980 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 25 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
