1976 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 31 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada.
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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
