1985 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 25 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 55 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada. 2010 Kia Borrego 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. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
