1976 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 28 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, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
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, 2004 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
