1977 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Lada Samara
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 15 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, 1992 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 355 kg more than 1992 Lada Samara.
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, 1992 Lada Samara, 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, 1977 Ford Granada (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1992 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Granada | Samara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
