2007 Renault Trafic vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 26 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 610 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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Trafic 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:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Trafic | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
