1981 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 28 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | E-350 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |