2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 21 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 810 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Superlight R | Granada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
