1982 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 18 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | Vision |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
