1981 Ford Granada vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 2 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1983 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Camira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
