2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Granada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |