1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 295 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Granada |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |