1984 Austin Montego vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 326 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Granada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
