2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
