1981 Ford Granada vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera is newer by 21 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2002 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Granada | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |