2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
