1981 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 365 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Granada | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2946 mm |
