1983 Ford Granada vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 29 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada.
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, 2012 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Granada | Canyon |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |