1982 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 532 kg more than 1999 Morgan 4. 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Granada | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
