1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1976 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1976 Chrysler 1609 and 1976 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1976 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 1609 | Granada |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1918 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |