1984 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 22 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Granada | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |