1981 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1992 Ford Granada | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 80 | Granada |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |