1977 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 29 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Granada | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
