1985 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 28 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 176 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Granada | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |
