1977 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 11 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 116 L |
