1981 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Firebird 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
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, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Granada | Firebird |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |