1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Granada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
