1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 31 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 42 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |