1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 505 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.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (471 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SL | Granada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |