1981 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 30 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 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 735 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Granada | Nano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
