1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 230 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 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Granada |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |