1982 Ford Granada vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
Model | Granada | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |