1982 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
