1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,292 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 34 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 Touran, 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 Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Touran |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |