1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 830 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.
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 Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Granada |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |