1982 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
