1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Granada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
