1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 449 kg more than 1982 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
