1977 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1977 Ford Granada and 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (305 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Granada | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |