1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
