1977 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane is newer by 17 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, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 99 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Renault Safrane, 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, 1994 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
