1986 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18, 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | 18 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
