1981 Ford Granada vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 964 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 SSC Aero.
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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Granada | Aero |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |