1981 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Granada | 44 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |