1979 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Granada | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
