1982 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
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 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Granada | VX220 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |