1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 10 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 405 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 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Granada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
