1977 Ford Granada vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | 17M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
