1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 142 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Granada | Corvette |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2685 mm |