1977 AMC Matador vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1977 AMC Matador and 1977 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 566 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Granada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
