1982 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 122 kg more than 1982 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Granada | Corvette |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |