1980 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 190 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 190 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
