1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Scenic, 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, 2012 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
