1982 Ford Granada vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1254 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Granada | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
