1980 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 32 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, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 320 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, 2012 Ford Edge, 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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Edge |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 343 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 | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2824 mm |
