1984 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1251 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Granada | Discovery |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |