1977 Ford Granada vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 465 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
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1977 Ford Granada | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Granada | Korando |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |