1984 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
