1976 Ford Granada vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 34 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 935 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Granada | Envoy |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |