1982 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 23 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 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 260 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Granada | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
