1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
