1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 26 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 206 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, 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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Carens |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |