1977 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 314 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.
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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Granada | 300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3053 mm |
