1980 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 247 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Granada | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | Granada | FR-S |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |