1981 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 272 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, 2011 Kia Sorento, 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |