1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 232 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Shadow | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
