1982 Ford Granada vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Granada | 400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |