2010 Porsche Cayman vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 26 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 1984 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayman | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayman | Granada |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1303 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2780 mm |
