1984 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 123 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |