1982 Ford Granada vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Granada | GTC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
