1981 Ford Granada vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1990 Holden Statesman is newer by 9 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
