1981 Ford Granada vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 426 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Granada | Rexton |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |