1977 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Ford Granada 2012 Daihatsu Terios
Make Ford Daihatsu
Model Granada Terios
Year Released 1977 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2791 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68.5 mm 91.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1417 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 50 L


 

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