2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 226 kg more than 1980 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
