1986 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | 930 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
