1981 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Equus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
