1976 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 21 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 258 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1997 Mercury Mystique, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Granada | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
