1976 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 24 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, 2000 Mazda Protege (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 285 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.
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, 2000 Mazda Protege, 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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | Protege |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
