1982 Ford Granada vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
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 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Granada | TF |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
