1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 31 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 348 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.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2012 Acura RDX 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. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Granada | RDX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
