1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 285 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nova | Granada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |