1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 616 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
