1981 Ford Granada vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Granada | 98 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |