1977 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, both 1977 Ford Granada and 1977 Plymouth Horizon were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 417 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1977 Plymouth Horizon, 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 (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1977 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Granada | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
