1976 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | E-350 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |