1981 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Granada | Speedster |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |