1977 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1977 Ford Granada and 1977 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 411 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
