1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1989 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada. 1996 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1989 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | APV | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
