1990 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 Chrysler New Yorker, 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 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler New Yorker | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Granada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
