1981 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | 230 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
