1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 403 kg more than 1983 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Granada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
