1977 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 30 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 5 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
