1977 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 182 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
