1981 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 208 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, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Granada | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |