1971 Citroen SM vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 80 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 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, 1971 Citroen SM, 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, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | Granada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
