2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 24 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 303 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
