2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2780 mm |
