2009 SsangYong Korando vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 500 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
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2009 SsangYong Korando | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |