2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 24 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 705 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 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, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Freestar | Granada |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2780 mm |