1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 116 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica, 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 Chevrolet Corsica (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corsica | Granada |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |