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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 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 903 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.
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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 200 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 | 3704 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 119 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |