2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Envoy | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2780 mm |
