1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 337 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 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2919 mm |
