1977 Ford Granada vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 26 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 54 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 597 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart 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 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Granada | Smart |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| 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 | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
