1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP) has 309 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 675 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | SL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 383 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
