2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Spark | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
