1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 10 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Charger | Granada |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |