1985 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 680 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Granada | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
