1983 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 28 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 2011 Audi S6 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. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | S6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2847 mm |
