1982 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 12 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.
Because 1982 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Granada | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
