1981 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Delta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
