1981 Ford Granada vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Sierra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |