2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 178 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Granada |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |