1977 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Ford Econoline

To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 28 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 908 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Ford Granada 2005 Ford Econoline
Make Ford Ford
Model Granada Econoline
Year Released 1977 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1417 kg 2325 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 2060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3510 mm


 

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