1984 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Granada | Vectra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |