1977 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 626 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
