1981 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | Boxster |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |