1984 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 452 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 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 2005 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Granada | LS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
