1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 11 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.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Granada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
