1977 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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 Peugeot 407, 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 407 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
