1977 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 22 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 42 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
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, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
