1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1991 Ford Granada

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Lumina and 1991 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Granada (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Granada weights approximately 42 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Ford Granada (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Lumina 1991 Ford Granada
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Lumina Granada
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2472 cc 2935 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2710 mm


 

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