1977 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada 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 56 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 372 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Granada | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
