1991 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Lada 1200
To start off, 1991 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Granada (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Granada weights approximately 477 kg more than 1981 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ford Granada (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200. 1991 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1981 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Granada | 1981 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Granada | 1200 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |