1984 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21, 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, 1984 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | 21 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
