1983 Ford Granada vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 597 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
