1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 12 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 118 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
