1981 Ford Granada vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Granada | 604 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |