2011 Buick Enclave vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 933 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, 2011 Buick Enclave, 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Buick Enclave | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Enclave | Granada |
Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2780 mm |