1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 147 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Granada |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
