1981 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 1996 Tata E220 is newer by 15 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tata E220 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1996 Tata E220 | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Granada | E220 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |