2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |
