2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 177 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |