1981 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (142 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 260 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
