1981 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 14 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, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
