1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Granada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
