1981 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue 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.
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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1997 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Granada | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |