1982 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 21 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 578 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada.
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, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
