1982 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 90 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 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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
