1981 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 21 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 775 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 284 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 842 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Granada | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
