1977 Ford Granada vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 627 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | 10 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
