1977 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 36 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 141 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Outback |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
