1982 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 35 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 408 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Granada | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
