1981 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Granada | 25 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |