1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 337 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.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Granada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
