1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 14 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 25 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, 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, 1995 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Granada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
