1981 Ford Granada vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 5 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 188 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri.
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 (148 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Capri |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |
