1977 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Granada | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
