2006 Renault Clio vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio, 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, 1982 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 1982 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
