1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 352 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada.
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 Renault Trafic, 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Granada | Trafic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3100 mm |