1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 131 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | Granada |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |