2000 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
