1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 19 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 198 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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, 1996 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | APV | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
