1983 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 968 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |