1977 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 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 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
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, 1993 Peugeot 205, 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, 1993 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 205 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.2 mm |
| 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
