1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 12 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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 Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Granada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
