1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 45 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.
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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2012 Lexus LFA 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 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | LFA |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
