1977 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 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 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6.
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 Xedos 6, 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 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Granada | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
