1985 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | CL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
