1979 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 34 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 293 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.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Granada | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3052 mm |
