1984 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 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 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 267 kg more than 1984 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 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Granada | Viper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
