1983 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 314 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Granada | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3650 mm |
