1981 Ford Granada vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 990 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 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2000 GMC Yukon 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. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Granada | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
