1981 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 19 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.
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, 2000 Holden Vectra, 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2000 Holden Vectra 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. 2000 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Granada | Vectra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |