1978 Ford Granada vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 485 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Granada | TR7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |