1975 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306, 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, 1975 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 306 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
