2001 Acura CL vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
