1983 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 132 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Sportage |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |