1981 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph TR6 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6.
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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Granada | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
