1981 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 17 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 119 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.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
