1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-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 2010 Ford F-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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | F-350 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 115 L |