1981 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 225 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Forester |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2615 mm |