1981 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Volkswagen Bora, 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 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Bora |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |