1977 Ford Granada vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 315 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Granada | 353 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
