1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Granada | Freelander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |