1981 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2006 Ford Expedition 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. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
