1984 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 132 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 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |