1985 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1985 Audi 200 and 1985 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200, 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 200 | 1985 Ford Granada | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 200 | Granada |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |