1981 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
