2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Granada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |