2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 23 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
