1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 231 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Viper (664 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Granada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
