1984 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Granada | Neon |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |