1981 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 27 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 118 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, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Granada | Astra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |