1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
