1981 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Granada | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |