1983 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 443 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser, 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, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1981 Ford Laser | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Laser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |