1981 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 2,292 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
