1981 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Golf |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
