1981 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 24 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
