1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407.
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, 2010 Peugeot 407, 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Granada | 407 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |