1976 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |