1992 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Falcon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |