1976 Renault 20 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 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada.
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, 1976 Renault 20, 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 (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 20 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
