1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | Boxster | Granada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |