1977 Ford Granada vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac 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 52 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
