1977 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 4 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Granada | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
