1984 Ford Granada vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 723 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
