2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1984 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 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1984 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-450 | Granada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2780 mm |