1981 Ford Granada vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 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 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1981 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
