2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 910 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 1983 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Touareg | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
