1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 312 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1977 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Granada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
