1977 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 157 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
