1977 Ford Granada vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 7 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 39 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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, 1984 Renault 25, 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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | 25 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
