1981 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 605 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | Viano |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |