1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 18 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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 Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
