1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1991 Ford Granada
To start off, 1991 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Granada (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 388 kg more than 1991 Ford Granada.
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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 1991 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Newport | Granada |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |