1982 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 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. Both 1982 Ford Granada and 2010 Kia Sorento are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 686 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Sorento |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |