1980 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 111 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.
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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
