1984 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2, 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
