1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
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 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Granada | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3340 mm |
