2000 GAZ 3110 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3110 is newer by 19 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, 2000 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 65 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, 2000 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3110 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:
| 2000 GAZ 3110 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | 3110 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
