1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Opel Astra, 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, 2007 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2007 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Astra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
