1977 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 149 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Sportage |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |