1974 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 96 kg more than 1974 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
