1976 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 25 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 769 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Lotec |
Model | Granada | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |