1981 Ford Granada vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L 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, 1981 Ford Granada (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 485 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Granada | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
