2006 Acura MDX vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 25 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
