1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Viper 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 250 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Granada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
