1994 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 13 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 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 51 kg more than 1994 Audi A4.
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, 1994 Audi A4, 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, 1994 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
