2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 2007 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
