1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |