1991 Ford Laser vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser, 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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Laser | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Granada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
