1977 Ford Granada vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 6 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 254 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1983 TVR 350i has manual transmission. 1983 TVR 350i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Granada | 350i |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
