1977 Ford Granada vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1160 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 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 2009 GMC Savana 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. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Granada | Savana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
