1981 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Granada | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
