1978 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 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 37 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 535 kg more than 1977 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
