1977 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 183 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | E |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
