1981 Ford Granada vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Renault Fregate (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 51 kg more than 1957 Renault Fregate.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
