1983 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort, 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
