1982 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 182 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
