1980 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 496 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Granada | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | Vito |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |