1977 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Because 1977 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Granada | Exeo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3270 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2642 mm |