1977 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |