1977 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1184 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Granada | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 104 L |