1972 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | 9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
