1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |