1984 Ford Telstar vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1984 Ford Telstar 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 338 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar, 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 Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Telstar | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Telstar | Granada |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |