1982 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
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 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2000 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Granada | M12 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |