1981 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 329 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Granada | Vitara |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |