1977 Ford Granada vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
