1977 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 503 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Granada | Safari |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |