2002 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 69 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus 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:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Granada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
