1981 Ford Granada vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (157 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 375 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
