1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1981 Ford Granada

To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 940 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Fellow 1981 Ford Granada
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Fellow Granada
Year Released 1970 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 356 cc 2548 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 33 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 38 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 59 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 495 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2780 mm


 

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