2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Expedition | 1984 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |