1981 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 706 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Granada | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
