1977 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | A3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
