1982 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1074 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Granada | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
