1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 18 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-01 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
