1983 Ford Granada vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Because 1983 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Granada | Trevi |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |