1984 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 21 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 591 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3009 mm |
