1979 Ford Granada vs. 2007 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada.
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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2007 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Granada | Envoy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |