2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 25 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2780 mm |
