1977 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 281 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Celica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
