1977 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 27 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 303 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | GTO |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
