1980 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Granada | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 996 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |