1977 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 34 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 475 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 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | S5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
