1976 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
