1983 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 685 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
