1981 Ford Granada vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Rover 2000.
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, 1972 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Granada | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
