1976 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Pontiac GTO is newer by 23 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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 301 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (203 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | GTO |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2398 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1199 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
