1981 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 85 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
