1984 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 10 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Gol |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |