2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 469 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
