1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 3 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 61 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 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Granada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
