2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1991 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Ford Granada. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1991 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Granada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |