1976 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1976 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
