1981 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Granada | Vitara |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |