2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Ford Granada

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 1989 Ford Granada
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Express Granada
Year Released 2007 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 116 L


 

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