1974 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Audi Fox
To start off, 1977 Audi Fox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 666 kg more than 1977 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1977 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | Fox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
