2004 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 363 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
