1981 Ford Granada vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 565 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Korando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
