2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 23 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 208 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B2300 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
