1981 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo.
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, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo 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. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2001 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Granada | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
