1956 Chrysler C vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 510 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.
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, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | C | Granada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
