1977 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 165 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Granada | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
