1975 Ford Granada vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1975 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
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, 1975 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Granada | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2940 mm |