2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
