1980 Chevrolet Chevette vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Chevette would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Chevette | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Chevette | Granada |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1617 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |