1976 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Granada | Roadster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |