1998 AC Cobra vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 344 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Granada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
