1980 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3610 mm |
