1981 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 350 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, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | GS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
