1982 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 22 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
