1981 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 55 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 996 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |