1977 Ford Granada vs. 1975 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 304.
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, 1975 Peugeot 304, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1975 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 304 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67.6 mm |
| 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 | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
