2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Granada |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |