1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 12 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 1983 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 1983 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Shadow | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
