1982 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada.
Because 1982 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
