1983 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
