1977 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 28 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Granada | Firebird |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3270 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |