1982 Ford Granada vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
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, 1982 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | 411 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
