2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (435 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (544 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
