1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Granada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
