1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Granada |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |