1982 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
