1981 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester. 2004 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
