1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia 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 74 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Granada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
