2010 Acura ZDX vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 29 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 700 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 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura ZDX | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | ZDX | Granada |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2780 mm |
