1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 15 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Galaxy (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 487 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
