1976 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 140 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
