1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 29 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 215 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.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Carens |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
