1982 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
