1981 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 968 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |