2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 840 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2780 mm |
