2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
