1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1977 Chrysler 1610 has manual transmission. 1977 Chrysler 1610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 1610 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
