1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 17 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | RZ | Granada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
