1981 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 4 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Magna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
