2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 1982 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
