1967 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Granada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6474 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
