1977 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 382 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Granada | Materia |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |