1977 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
