2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1100 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.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Touareg | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
