1981 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 120 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 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Granada | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
