1977 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1208 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Granada | Freelander |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3270 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |