1977 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 136 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Touran |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3270 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |