1982 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Because 1982 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Granada | Toledo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |