1982 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912.
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, 1982 Ford Granada (148 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | 912 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
