1982 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 115 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
