1981 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 7 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 2,292 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. 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 (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Granada | 2105 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |