2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 865 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |