1981 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 584 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Granada | Elise |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |