1984 Ford Granada vs. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle, 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, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Granada | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
