1977 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 20 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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, 1997 Ford Contour, 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Contour |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
