1987 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 6 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, 1987 Audi 90 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Audi 90.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Audi 90 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
