1976 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is newer by 19 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1976 Ford Granada. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | E420 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |