1976 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 391 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Granada | Neon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
