1981 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 325 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 853 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | CL |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5982 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |