1981 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Granada | Zonda |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |