1984 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 23 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1984 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
