1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1977 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Granada |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |