2005 Marcos TS vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 22 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Marcos | Ford |
| Model | TS | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
