1982 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Focus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
