1988 Austin Montego vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 7 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Granada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
