1981 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6, 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
