2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Ford Granada

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 45 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 960 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 1981 Ford Granada
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Express Granada
Year Released 2009 1981
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 193 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2780 mm


 

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