1985 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Granada | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
