1968 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1977 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Granada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |