1976 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Ranger |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |