1985 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
