1981 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1982 Reliant SE6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Reliant SE6.
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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Granada | SE6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |