2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 24 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 431 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.
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 Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Magnum | Granada |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2780 mm |