1976 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 20 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 993 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |