1984 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 435 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
