1976 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 42 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | CLK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
