1971 Audi Variant vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 194 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi Variant, 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, 1986 Ford Granada (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Granada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
