1976 Ford Granada vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 37 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 939 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.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Granada | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3645 mm |
