1980 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Firebird.
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 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Granada | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Granada | Firebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |