1977 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 910 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, 1977 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Granada | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
