1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1435 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.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2010 Ford F-250 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. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | F-250 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3967 mm |