1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 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 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Granada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
