1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 208 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Granada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
